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Research Quest is a great tool when it comes to helping your students think and act like scientists. It is aligned with the new Utah SEEd standards. By completing Research Quest students have the opportunity to be engaged with all the Cross-cutting Concepts.

Jennifer MacKay, Riverview Jr High, 7th grade, Murray Schools

Our Investigations

Each of our free curriculum-aligned investigations includes a series of activities incorporating the museum's scientific collections and staff that can be used as designed or adapted to fit your students' needs. The instructional guides will provide tips on pacing, implementation, and curriculum alignment of each investigation.

Why Register?

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It’s free!

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Full access to all investigations and their activities.

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Instructional Guides, Research Assistant Notebooks, and more for each investigation.

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Assessment rubrics for student learning



What is Research Quest?

Research Quest is a series of free online investigations created by the Natural History Museum of Utah for middle school teachers and students. These investigations engage your students in a variety of virtual museum activities designed by and featuring our all-star team of scientists and educators.